Community Food System Specialist - Kitsap Conservation District
This is an AmeriCorps national service position. It is contingent on funding and open until filled. To serve in AmeriCorps you must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States. Please do not inquire if you do not meet these requirements.
The Community Food System Specialist will address poverty and food insecurity by increasing the volume of healthy, fresh foods distributed to food banks. Duties include:
- Coordinate with farmers, chefs, and food processors to distribute fresh and processed items to food banks.
- Steward and strengthen community partnerships.
- Collaborate with experienced volunteers to grow fresh vegetables for food banks.
- Plan and conduct in-person and virtual outreach and education on gardening and healthy eating.
Monthly stipend: $2,276
Additional Benefits:
- Equity enhanced stipend for members who qualify based on current income and household size.
- Medical Insurance.
- Enhanced member benefits including access to mental health counseling, career services, and financial counseling.
- Education award of up to $7,395 upon completion of service.
- Childcare and food assistance if eligible.
About Us
Kitsap Conservation District's GRACE Garden Project serves food insecure children, families, and seniors. Our programs include Farm to Food Pantry, Farm to Freezer, and Farm to Community. These programs are part of the hunger relief system in Kitsap County. Our primary focus is increasing access to fresh, culturally appropriate, healthy fruits and vegetables. Our customers face many barriers to accessing healthy food choices. Food insecurity can limit people to cheap, calorie-dense, unhealthy choices. This impacts long-term health and contributes to chronic disease. We seek to help our customers improve their employability and reduce healthcare costs through access to good food. The GRACE Garden Coordinator will supervise this position. Members will receive extensive training in community food systems and conservation district practices. Visit us online at: www.kitsapcd.org or email host site at: d-fish@kitsapcd.org for more information.